How to connect a Nintendo Switch to a TV (with dock) The easiest way to connect a Switch to a TV—whether it's the original or OLED version—is with its dock. After you go through the short set up, you can switch quickly and easily between handheld mode and docked mode. Here's h...
Keeping your Nintendo Switch along with any accessories and games up to date can feel like a full-time job, but it’s necessary to take full advantage of the Nintendo gaming experience. There are four primary types of Nintendo Switch software updates that you’re going to want to be aware ...
Open the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock. Connect the USB plug from the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (model no. HAC-002) to the top terminal of the dock, labeled "AC ADAPTER", then connect the other end of the AC adapter to a wall outlet. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to...
1. The easiest way to connect a Pro Controller (or another wireless controller) to your Switch is with its included USB-C charging cable. First, plug the cable into your Switch's dock. 2. Connect the Pro Controller to the USB-C cable while your Switch is inserted in the dock. The co...
Is your Nintendo Switch dock plugged into the power? You don't need to plug in the Nintendo Switch to run it in handheld mode, thanks to the internal battery, but to connect to the TV the dock has to connect to a power source. Make sure you connect the plug to a power outlet, and...
Nintendo Now connect the other end of the HDMI cable to your TV. Don't worry about usingHDMI 2.1 ports, since the Switch doesn't need the extra bandwidth. Plug the adapter into the wall. Make sure the dock is positioned so that neither the HDMI nor power cable is being stretched...
Connect the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (HAC-002) to the Nintendo Switch dock (HAC-007). Open the back cover of the dock. Insert the USB plug on the AC adapter into the top terminal of the dock, labelled “AC adapter”, then close the cover. ...
1. Plug in the adapter (Image: © Future) Your Switch dock has two USB 2.0 ports on the side and one at the back next to the AC adapter and HDMI ports, so plug in the wireless adapter into any of these. 2. Go to System Settings on your Switch (Image: © Future) From your...
How to Use Your Nintendo Switch with a Windows or Mac Computer To use your Nintendo Switch on any computer or laptop, you’ll have to dock it and start a unique setup process. Here’s what you need to do: If you have a Nintendo Switch cable connected to your TV, unplug it. ...
If your Switch isn't coming up on your TV screen, you may have plugged in the cables in the wrong order. Connect the power adapter first, followed by the HDMI cord. Try disconnecting, then reconnecting your cables following these steps: Remove your Nintendo Switch from the dock. Plug the...